1951 Lincoln Lido Coupe was restored in the early 2000s at a claimed cost of over $120k and subsequently earned a Best of Show award from the Lincoln and Continental Owners Club in 2009 as well as Emeritus Division awards in 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2014. Power is provided by a 337ci flathead V8 paired with a four-speed automatic transmission, and the car is finished in green with a white vinyl roof. Equipment includes a split windshield, a chrome grille, chrome bumpers, rear fender skirts, a push-button AM radio, and two rows of bench seats upholstered in green and white vinyl.

Based on the 121″-wheelbase EL model shared with Mercury, the Lido was fitted with a padded vinyl top cover, special trim, and fender shields as standard. The Lido cost $145 more than a standard Lincoln coupe, and the company sold a combined total of 4,482 2-door Lincoln club coupes and 2-door Lido coupes for 1951. This example left the factory finished in Yosemite Green (206A), and it was refinished during the refurbishment Body-color steel wheels wear chrome hubcaps and are mounted with U.S.

Royal whitewall tires. A matching spare is stored in the carpeted trunk. The car rides on a 121″ wheelbase and features a coil-sprung independent front suspension as well as a live rear axle with leaf springs.

Stopping power is provided by drum brakes at all four corners. The 337ci flathead V8 was factory rated at 154 horsepower and is equipped with side valves actuated via hydraulic lifters as well as a two-barrel downdraft carburetor and an oil-bath air cleaner. Body Style: Sedan
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